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Emergency Medicine in Portland, ME
Dr Kate Backstrum, Emergency Medicine Physician
Kate Backstrum is an emergency medicine physician at 22 Bramhall St in Portland, ME. View phone 207-662-0111 and NPI 1437736584.
- Specialty
- Emergency Medicine
- Location
- Portland, ME
- NPI
- 1437736584
- Pricing
- Current estimate required
Pricing information
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About Emergency Medicine
Emergency medicine providers evaluate urgent symptoms, injuries, and acute conditions. Bills may include facility charges, professional fees, procedures, imaging, or lab work.
Common services and price guides
- Foreign Body RemovalTypical range: $500-$5,000
- Laceration RepairTypical range: $100-$1,500
- Emergency Room VisitTypical range: $500-$5,000
- Urgent Care VisitTypical range: $100-$500
CMS Medicare clinician details
For NPI 1437736584, the CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File released July 9, 2026 reports Emergency Medicine.
- Medicare assignment
- Accepts the Medicare-approved amount
- Medical school
- University Of Washington School Of Medicine
- Graduation year
- 2021
CMS enrollment records list group affiliations including Alaska Emergency Medicine Associates.
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Provider record and data sources
Kate Backstrum MD is published from source-labeled provider data. Registry classifications, practice locations, network participation, and contact information can change, so verify current details before care, billing, or referral.
- Primary taxonomyEmergency Medicine (207P00000X)
- NPI record datesEnumerated March 25, 2021; certified March 4, 2025
Source: NPI Registry. Source record updated March 4, 2025. Loa profile refreshed Jul 21, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
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What information is shown for Kate Backstrum MD?
This profile shows public provider information for Emergency Medicine in Portland, ME, including contact details, NPI source information, and source-labeled price context when available.
What NPI taxonomy is listed for Kate Backstrum MD?
Kate Backstrum MD is listed as an NPI individual under Emergency Medicine (207P00000X). Registry classifications can change and do not guarantee that every listed service is currently offered.
When was NPI 1437736584 assigned to Kate Backstrum MD?
The NPI Registry lists March 25, 2021 as the enumeration date for NPI 1437736584. The record certification date is March 4, 2025. These are registry dates, not necessarily the date the provider began practicing.
What Medicare specialty does CMS list for Kate Backstrum MD?
The CMS Doctors and Clinicians file lists Emergency Medicine for NPI 1437736584. Medicare enrollment details can change, so confirm current credentials, participation, and services directly.
Does Kate Backstrum MD accept Medicare assignment?
The CMS record indicates that Kate Backstrum MD accepts the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Confirm current participation, network status, and patient responsibility before care.
How should I confirm care details with Kate Backstrum MD?
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How can Kate Backstrum MD update this profile?
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